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BJP issues Rs 100 crore defamation notice to Omar Abdullah over 'MLA poaching' charges

The BJP has sent a legal notice to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. He alleged the BJP attempted to bribe National Conference legislators with cash. The party called these claims false, baseless, and defamatory. They demand a written retraction and public apology within seven days. Failure to comply will result in…

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'Guilty will be punished': Uttarakhand BJP Chief Mahendra Bhatt on Badrinath Donation theft case

An investigation into alleged embezzlement of donations at Badrinath Dham Temple is underway. The BJP Uttarakhand President stated guilty parties will face strict action. The government is appreciating the uncovering of these financial irregularities. An inquiry found advance funds released from the temple corpus without approval. Action will be initiated…

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NIA arrests two absconders in Karnataka BJP Yuva Morcha leader's murder case

The National Investigation Agency has arrested two key absconders in the Praveen Nettaru murder case. These accused were apprehended in Kerala and Tamil Nadu on Saturday. Their arrests bring the total number of accused held to twenty-four individuals. The NIA had previously issued look-out circulars and arrest warrants for them.…

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BJP slams Kejriwal over Sundarkand event, calls him 'chunavi Hindu'

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday launched the nationwide signature campaign demanding strict punishment for those involved in the alleged donation theft at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The campaign was kicked off with the recitation of 'Sundarkand' in the presence of party convener Arvind Kejriwal in Rohini.

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Industry associations hail Bengal CM's land purchase policy, see end to acquisition roadblock

West Bengal's Chief Minister announced direct land purchases for investors. This initiative aims to remove significant investment obstacles and boost confidence. Business associations welcomed the move, calling it a catalyst for development. The policy contrasts with the previous government's approach to land acquisition. This streamlined process will accelerate industrial growth…

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INDIA bloc to raise Ram temple, NEET paper leak issues in Monsoon session: RJD's Sudhakar Singh

The INDIA bloc plans to confront the government on key issues during the upcoming Parliament session. They will raise concerns about the Ram Mandir donation case and the NEET examination paper leak. Opposition parties also intend to resist alleged BJP efforts to engineer defections and weaken rivals. This strategy aims…

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'If not in Delhi, then where?' : Omar Abdullah announces statehood protest on July 20

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced fresh protests in Delhi starting July 20. These demonstrations aim to address the unexplained delay in restoring statehood to the Union Territory. Abdullah stated that his party has waited two years after the Assembly elections for this restoration. He questioned the Centre's…

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Omar defends invite to Mirwaiz for Delhi protest, says BJP creating 'manufactured controversy'

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah defended inviting Mirwaiz Umar Farooq to a Delhi protest. He accused the BJP and media of creating controversy to divert attention from statehood restoration. Abdullah questioned the BJP's claims about separatism's elimination in Kashmir. He stated the invitation controversy was manufactured to shift…

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When Manmohan Singh told then-CEC Quraishi- 'I will commit suicide'

Former CEC SY Quraishi recounts Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's profound respect for the Election Commission. Singh expressed deep anguish over ministerial loose talk concerning the poll watchdog's functioning. He emphasized the Election Commission's vital role as the soul of democracy. The former Prime Minister offered to commit suicide if the…

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Omar Abdullah alleges BJP offered NC MLAs Rs 20-30 crore to defect

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused the BJP of attempting to destabilize his government. He claimed that BJP leaders offered money and ministerial positions to National Conference MLAs. One MLA reported being offered twenty to thirty crore rupees and statehood. Abdullah expressed confidence that his party legislators would…

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Prashant Kishor says BJP lacks candidate of calibre after Bankipur withdrawal

Prashant Kishor called the BJP candidate's withdrawal from the Bankipur bypoll unprecedented. He claimed the saffron party lacks a candidate of calibre for the contest. The BJP nominee pulled out citing family reasons after filing his nomination papers. Kishor stated people now want change and will teach the BJP a…

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BJP replaces Bihar's Bankipur bypoll candidate: What forced the saffron party to change its nominee hours after filing nomination?

The Bharatiya Janata Party changed its Bankipur bypoll candidate after Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdrew. Neeraj Kumar Sinha was named the new nominee by the party's central election committee. Opposition parties alleged the BJP feared public anger and was concerned about its election prospects. Prashant Kishor stated the move admitted the…

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Don't exploit my patience, give clear timeline: J&K CM Omar Abdullah attacks Centre over statehood demand

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged the Centre to clarify the meaning of 'appropriate time'. He stated that patience should not be mistaken for weakness by the central government. Abdullah questioned why the Centre could talk to Ladakh but not Jammu and Kashmir. He expressed frustration that the…

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BJP trying to bring down J&K govt by engineering split in National Conference: CM Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah, the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, has accused the BJP of attempts to undermine his government. He claims the BJP is trying to fracture the National Conference party by enticing his legislators with lucrative offers, including a reported Rs 30 crore and a ministerial position.

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FCRA amendments meant for transparency, security: BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Rajeev Chandrasekhar stated FCRA amendments ensure transparency and national security. He thanked Amit Shah for addressing Catholic Bishops' Conference concerns. The UPA enacted the FCRA law in 2010, while the NDA amended it. Discussions clarified amendments have no retrospective effect on existing assets.

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"Permanent residence certificates cannot be issued without proper verification": Telangana BJP chief

Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao has opposed the issuance of Permanent Residence Certificates without comprehensive verification processes. He highlighted the potential security implications and the risk of facilitating illegal immigrants. Rao condemned Congress and AIMIM for advocating PRC distribution without necessary safeguards.

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Punjab BJP chief accuses AAP govt of hijacking civic polls, submits memorandum to Governor

Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon accused the AAP government of rigging recent Morinda municipal elections. Dhillon stated that the BJP submitted a memorandum to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria seeking intervention. He alleged unprecedented irregularities and manipulation during the election process in Morinda. Meanwhile, Congress leader Charanjit Singh Channi also…

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Congress leader Venugopal questions PM Modi's silence on Ram Temple embezzlement

Congress leader K C Venugopal alleged massive embezzlement of Ram Temple donations. He questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the serious issue. Venugopal stated the Congress will demand answers in the upcoming Parliament session. He claimed the alleged loot affected millions of believers across the country. The Congress leader…

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MP bypoll: Narottam Mishra's supporters clash with cops, block highway after ticket snub

Violence erupted in Datia, Madhya Pradesh, as BJP supporters clashed with police. Protesters blocked a national highway for nearly twelve hours after a senior leader was denied a ticket. Several police officers sustained injuries during the prolonged demonstration and stone-pelting incident. Security forces eventually cleared the highway and made some…

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta appoints 3 BJP MLAs as spokespersons of government

In a strategic move towards enhanced communication, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has designated three BJP MLAs as official government spokespersons. Abhay Verma, the MLA representing Laxmi Nagar, takes on the role of chief spokesperson, alongside Anil Sharma and Harish Khurana.

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BJP swaps Bankipur nominee ahead of high-profile bypoll featuring Prashant Kishor

The BJP replaced its Bankipur assembly bypoll candidate Abhishek Kumar Sinha. He withdrew his nomination citing family reasons after being announced on Tuesday. The party then nominated Neeraj Kumar Sinha as its new candidate for the bypoll. This closely watched contest will also feature poll strategist Prashant Kishor. Voting is…

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Protests engulf Indian state after rape and murder of 11-year-old girl

Innocent man lynched by mob in Indian state as police killing of suspect further escalates tensions

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India's Hindu nationalists take 17th-century king as new anti-Muslim symbol

Statues of 17th-century king Shivaji have been erected across various Indian cities over the past few years by Hindu nationalist groups, who view him as a symbolic defender of Hindus against Muslims. The campaign marks another act of intolerance toward Muslim and Christian minorities, who have been targeted since the…

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Akhilesh Yadav's SP government banned Kanwar Yatra while BJP welcomed devotees with flower petals: UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. He alleged past government restrictions on Hindu traditions like Kanwar Yatra. Adityanath stated the BJP government now welcomes kanwariyas with flower petals. He also accused the SP of displacing the poor from graveyard designated lands. The Chief Minister…

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SP, Congress 'allowed namaz' at Hanumangarhi temple, should apologise for 'sin': Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has alleged that Samajwadi Party and Congress disrespected Hindu faith by allowing namaz at Hanumangarhi temple. Adityanath demanded an apology for this 'sin'.

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